Ohio State University Extension Family and Consumer Sciences

Adults and Kids Not Eating Enough Fruits and Veggies

Many of us know we should be eating fruits and vegetables. However, few of us are actually getting the recommended intake. In fact, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 76% of adults do not meet fruit recommendations of 1.5-2 cups per day. Additionally, 87% of adults do not meet vegetable recommendations of 2-3 cups per day. When the CDC examined children’s’ eating habits, they found 60% did not meet fruit recommendations and 93% did not meet vegetable recommendations. One could say “the apple does not fall far from the tree. “No pun intended! However, these statistics suggest that neither adults nor kids are getting an adequate intake of important nutrients found in fruits and vegetables such as fiber, vitamins A, C, and potassium.

Do you ever feel short on time to prepare fruits and vegetables to your meal? I know for me this can be a struggle. However, the Produce for Better Health Foundation’s website has over 300 recipes that take 30 minutes or less. Why not check out Produce for Better Health Foundation’s website today and add more produce to you and your family’s diet!